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Who is Dr. Ruiz, Internist in Lakeland, FL?
Dr. Pedro Ruiz, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lakeland, FL. He is board certified. Dr. Ruiz graduated from National University of San Marcos, Lima, Peru and completed his residency at Memorial Hosp Of Rhode Island, Internal Medicine. He is a member of the FLORIDA MEDICAL ASSOCIATION. Dr. Ruiz is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ruiz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ruiz’s office at (863) 666-9020.
Where did Dr. Ruiz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Memorial Hosp Of Rhode Island, Internal Medicine | Memorial Hospital of Rhode Island | MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
Medical School: University Nac Mayor De San Marcos- Prog Acad De Med Humana- Lima- Peru | National University of San Marcos, Lima, Peru | Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos Facultad de Medicina San Fernando
Is Dr. Ruiz board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Pedro Ruiz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ruiz speak?
Dr. Ruiz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Ruiz typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Ruiz diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Ruiz. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Ruiz typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Pedro Ruiz may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Ruiz's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ruiz accept my insurance?
Dr. Ruiz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (863) 666-9020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ruiz accept in Lakeland, FL?
Dr. Ruiz in Lakeland, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Integrated Home Care Services
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ruiz's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
FLORIDA MEDICAL ASSOCIATION
Member
What is Dr. Ruiz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ruiz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427039387.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ruiz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ruiz
What is Dr. Pedro Ruiz's specialty?
Dr. Ruiz is a Internist near Lakeland, FL.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Pedro Ruiz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ruiz is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Pedro Ruiz accepting new patients in Lakeland, FL?
Yes, Dr. Pedro Ruiz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pedro Ruiz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ruiz's office at (863) 666-9020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pedro Ruiz?
Please contact Dr. Ruiz's office at (863) 666-9020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Pedro Ruiz have?
Dr. Pedro Ruiz is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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